1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Hilux |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |